JOB TITLE: Process Engineer, Sri City Plant
Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Knauf India could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our 41,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
Knauf India is proud to be part of the Knauf Group. We have a 17+ year heritage in GYPSUM manufacturing and have big plans for the future. Our global reach in 90 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world. We are now looking for another team mate to join us in Sri City Plant as Process Engineer.
Can you say ‘yes’?
Do you treat your colleagues with respect?
Do you always have the customer in mind?
Do you act with future generations in mind?
Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop?
Do you have a proven track record of delivering results?
The Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring quality planning, inspection, testing and compliance across the production line in line with customer requirements, company standards and approved quality plans.
What you’ll be doing:
Ensure a safe working environment in the laboratory and on the shop floor through strict adherence to safety norms and practices.
Ensure compliance with customer requirements, company quality standards, SOPs, product specifications and critical quality attributes.
Oversee testing of raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods, and ensure accurate and timely recording of test data.
Analyse test results, identify deviations, report findings and drive corrective and preventive actions.
Conduct process audits and support adherence to quality systems and internal controls.
Monitor production processes, identify process-related issues, carry out root cause analysis and implement action plans for resolution.
Handle customer complaints effectively by leading investigations and ensuring timely corrective action.
Support and coordinate process and system improvement initiatives, including continuous improvement projects and benchmarking activities.
Work closely with the production team to manage product changeovers and ensure quality consistency during transitions.
Issue test certificates and prepare periodic quality reports and performance summaries.
Ensure maintenance, calibration and readiness of laboratory equipment, gauges and instruments.
Drive 5S implementation and sustain good laboratory housekeeping standards.
Manage day-to-day laboratory operations and ensure effective execution of all lab activities.
Develop team capability through coaching, training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Maintain awareness and working knowledge of IMS requirements, relevant IS standards and continuous improvement practices
What we’d love for you to have:
We are interested in you as a person: your attitude, behaviors and values. As long as you have the willingness to learn anything you need for the role that you don't already have, we'd love to speak to you. If you have experience in the following areas – this is an added advantage:
1. Bachelor of Engineering from a reputed institution, preferably in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
2. 8–12 years of relevant experience in the Quality function within a manufacturing plant.
3. Sound understanding of quality tools, testing methods and laboratory equipment.
4. Working knowledge of calibration processes for gauges, instruments and laboratory equipment.
5. Good knowledge of product quality requirements, process control and problem-solving methodologies such as root cause analysis.
6. Familiarity with continuous improvement practices, IMS requirements and applicable IS standards.
We’ll provide:
- A competitive salary
- Benefits
What happens next?
We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within Seven working days.
